Harris doubtful for India tour

Australian pacer Ryan Harris is in doubt for the Test and ODI series against India in October after undergoing a surgery on his right knee here.

"Ryan Harris has undergone surgery on his knee after returning from England and he is in doubt for the upcoming tour of India," CA said in a statement.

The 30-year-old Harris returned midway through Australia's tour of England after injuring his knee during the ODI victory over the hosts at Lord's last week.

CA Doctor Trefor James said Harris would be monitored for the next few days before a call is taken on his availability for the tour of India, which features two Tests and three one-day internationals between October 2 and 24.

"Ryan underwent arthroscopic surgery in Melbourne on Thursday to correct cartilage damage to his right knee. His progress will be monitored in the coming weeks to determine his availability for selection for the important tour of India in October," he said.

Harris has been one of the stars for Australia since his call-up during the one-day series against Pakistan in January, having taken 41 wickets in 17 ODIs. He was Australia's leading wicket taker during the ODI series against England, when he claimed ten victims in four games. This is Harris' third knee surgery in his career, after undergoing two surgeries last year during the winter .